Yayoi Kusama (KUSAMA YAYOI), an avant-garde artist unparalleled in contemporary art with her bold visual language and profound spiritual aesthetics, has long captivated audiences in Taiwan. Starting from...
The highly anticipated 2014 New Taipei City Happy Christmasland "4 Christmas Concerts" are nearing, and the New Taipei City Government Tourism Bureau held a press conference on November 24 to reveal the star-studded lineup, featuring performances by Luo...
More and more people are longing for a holiday lifestyle that allows them to temporarily escape the hustle and bustle of city life, step away from the crowds, and simply enjoy an expanse of blue sky or green grass, freely surrendering themselves to nature to let it...
Near the Hudi settlement in Hushan Village, Beitou District, on the outskirts of Taipei City, there is a 300-year-old soapberry tree that had been gradually withering due to being entangled by parasitic plants. However, in 2012 (the 101st year of the Republic of China), the Taipei City Government’s Department of Urban Development invited experts to...
As 2014 draws to a close, Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) has introduced additional train services to meet passengers’ New Year’s travel demands. From Wednesday, December 31, 2014, to Monday, January 5, 2015, TRA will operate a total of 3... additional trains across all lines.
Every Christmas, Santa Claus travels around the world in a sleigh to deliver gifts. This year, Santa has taken a special ride on the Christmas Train, making an appearance at Harbour City from November 7, 2014, to January 4, 2015...
The Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area, beloved by both domestic and international tourists, officially became the first national-level low-carbon transport and smart tourism demonstration zone on November 22. In the future, visitors will be able to...
The annual light festival in Osaka, the "Osaka Light Renaissance" and "Midosuji Illumination," kick off on December 1 and run until January 18, 2015. The colorful lights will make Osaka...
A cold front began intensifying after nightfall on the 2nd, with temperatures dropping even further on the evening of the 3rd. Snow has fallen in many mountainous regions across Taiwan. Many tourists, anticipating road closures due to snow, chose not to head up the mountains, leading to a wave of housing cancellations. At the same time, many spontaneous travelers headed out to view the snow, ...
Every year at the end of the year, Japan holds Christmas events across the country, with dazzling light displays always being the highlight. The ever-changing colorful lights lead travelers into a fantastical world. The Top Three Light Festivals in the Kanto region attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, and last year’s much-talked-about Osaka Light Festival has been upgraded this year. Japan’s largest sand dunes, Tottori Sand Dunes, present a grand light show themed around “nature and the fantasy space of light.”
The Japanese love of onsen bathing definitely goes beyond what we can imagine — they soak not only at home but even on bullet trains. JR East Japan launched the Yamagata Shinkansen train “とれいゆ” (Toreiyu) in July...
As winter sets in, the chilly weather has gradually draped many high-latitude cities in a dreamy white. The romantic Champs-Élysées in Paris lights up the Christmas season with a colorful sea of lights like a galaxy on the ground, while the Eiffel Tower...
Outdoor leisure leading brand—Hilltop celebrates its 31st anniversary!From now until January 15, 2015 (Thursday), not only are there ultra-low discounts of up to 30% off on all in-store apparel (excluding imported items), but there are also additional...
Hong Kong Disneyland showcases a heartwarming story from day to night through its microfilm “The Origin of Happiness.” The film specially features award-winning actress Rainie Yang and Golden Melody Awards-winning singer JJ Lin in their first-ever collaboration with the park. The two stars showcase their acting skills together, portraying an exclusive...
International media outlet CNN announced on November 24 the world’s 17 most beautiful subway stations, with Kaohsiung MRT’s Formosa Boulevard Station once again taking the global stage and making Taiwan proud. Unlike past perceptions of subway stations as typically gray and dull...
As winter arrives and the chilly weather sets in, it’s the perfect time to enjoy fresh, rich seasonal foods that nourish the body. Not only can you benefit from the nutrients of natural ingredients, but indulging in hearty meals also helps soothe the mind and lift your spirits. Every year...
Kaohsiung has a new spot for nighttime tourism. The Kaohsiung City Government has carried out large-scale renovations of the Jinshi Lake Scenic Area, including the construction of a new Jinshi Bridge, the revitalization of wooden boardwalks, and the development of lakeside plazas on both the east and west sides. These distinctive features were completed in November. The newly built Jinshi...
On July 31, 2014, a series of gas explosions occurred in the Qianzhen and Lingya districts of Kaohsiung, leaving the city’s land devastated and its people enduring some of their toughest days. In recent months, through the tireless efforts of both the government and the citizens...
Some say “travel is the touchstone of love.” From pre-trip planning, getting there, the journey itself, to choosing experiences, every step reveals more about who we really are—whether it’s a hidden princess complex or a stubbornly dominant personality. All strengths and weaknesses will come to light during the trip. Below are seven of the most common relationship landmines couples face while traveling. Though they may seem trivial, even a tiny spark can start a wildfire—don’t underestimate them!
Asia’s largest annual indoor ice sculpture exhibition is being held for the fourth consecutive year at The Venetian Macao and will officially open to the public starting November 27. This year’s “Experience the DreamWorks Ice Adventure” ice sculpture exhibition will allow visitors to admire a series of beloved DreamWorks animated character ice sculptures meticulously crafted by sculptors from Harbin...